What is another word for Oyez?

Pronunciation: [ˈɔ͡ɪɛz] (IPA)

Oyez is an old French word which means "hear ye" and is often used as a call to draw attention to an announcement or proclamation. There are various synonyms for this word such as listen, hear, attend, pay attention, be alert, and hark, all of which convey a sense of urgency and importance. Other similar words include heed, notice, and note, all of which emphasize the need for someone to be aware of what is being said or announced. These synonyms can be used interchangeably depending on the context, with each conveying a sense of authority and gravitas necessary when making an announcement.

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  • Independent

    • Interjection
      hark.

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Usage examples for Oyez

I made my Oyez very plain and articulate.
"The Letters of Elizabeth Barrett Browning (1 of 2)"
Frederic G. Kenyon
Sitting in the room of the hotel after dinner, we were startled at hearing our names and our mission proclaimed to the world at large, to the accompaniment t of a clanging bell and introduced by the old-fashioned formula, "Oyez!
"An Autobiography"
Catherine Helen Spence
The Prime Minister went to the Parliament House and wrote down "Oyez, Oyez, Oyez!"
"The King of Ireland's Son"
Padraic Colum

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